Internal Lubricant
A polyethylene homopolymer, with excellent cold resistance, heat resistance, chemical resistance and wear resistance, can increase the gloss and processing properties of the product, is widely used in different industries, including color masterbatches and filler masterbatches, PVC profiles, pipes, composite stabilizers and hot melt products.
Product Description
Shitong PE Wax is a low-molecular-weight polyethylene homopolymer supplied in white powder form. It provides reliable lubrication, good thermal stability, chemical resistance and effective pigment or filler dispersion in rubber and plastic formulations.
This polyethylene homopolymer wax can help improve processing efficiency, reduce material adhesion to processing equipment and enhance the surface gloss and appearance of finished products. It is widely used in PVC profiles and pipes, color masterbatch, filler masterbatch, hot melt adhesives, rubber products, composite stabilizers and thermoplastic road marking materials.
| Property | Unit | PE wax |
| Appearance | White Powder | White Powder |
| Whiteness | Hazen | 40-60 |
| Molecular Weight | Nw | 2000-3000 |
| Melting Point | ℃ | 100±5 |
| Hardness | – | 65±5 |
| Penetration | dmm | 3-5 |
| Viscosity (140℃) | CPS-140℃ | 14±2 |
PE Wax helps reduce friction and material adhesion during extrusion, molding and compounding. In rigid PVC processing, it is commonly used to provide external lubrication and improve release from metal processing surfaces.
The controlled melting point allows the wax to maintain stable performance under common plastic, rubber and adhesive processing temperatures.
Low viscosity helps improve material flow and processing efficiency without significantly affecting the main mechanical properties of the polymer system.
Polyethylene homopolymer wax can improve the wetting and dispersion of pigments, carbon black, calcium carbonate and other fillers. This helps manufacturers achieve more uniform color and stable product quality.
The product can contribute to a smoother surface, better gloss and more consistent appearance in profiles, pipes, masterbatches and molded plastic products.
PE Wax has good resistance to many chemicals and can help improve the surface durability and wear performance of finished formulations.
In rigid PVC extrusion, polyethylene wax is mainly used as an external lubricant. It helps reduce adhesion between the PVC melt and processing equipment, supports smoother extrusion and improves the surface finish of profiles, pipes, sheets and foam products.
The dosage and lubricant balance should be adjusted according to the PVC resin, calcium carbonate content, stabilizer system and processing temperature.
PE Wax works as a pigment dispersing aid and processing lubricant in color masterbatch production. It helps wet pigments, reduce agglomeration and improve color uniformity.
It is suitable for formulations containing organic pigments, inorganic pigments, carbon black and other functional additives.
In calcium carbonate and other highly filled masterbatches, PE Wax helps improve filler dispersion, melt flow and processing stability. Better filler distribution can reduce surface defects and improve batch consistency.
Polyethylene homopolymer wax can be used as a viscosity modifier in hot melt adhesive formulations. It helps control melt viscosity, processing behavior, setting performance and heat resistance.
The appropriate grade should be selected according to the base polymer, resin system, application temperature and required open time.
PE Wax can provide lubrication, release and processing support in rubber compounds. It may help reduce sticking, improve material flow and support smoother processing.
In thermoplastic road marking materials, PE Wax can assist with melt flow, pigment dispersion, processing stability and surface performance.
Polyethylene wax may be incorporated into PVC composite stabilizers and additive packages to provide lubrication and improve processing consistency.
Polyethylene homopolymer wax is generally non-polar and is commonly selected for external lubrication, release, viscosity control and pigment dispersion.
Oxidized polyethylene wax contains polar functional groups. It normally provides better compatibility, emulsification and internal-external lubrication balance in certain PVC, coating and emulsion systems.
The appropriate product depends on the polymer, processing method and required performance.
| Comparison | Polyethylene Homopolymer Wax | Oxidized PE Wax |
| Polarity | Low | Higher |
| Main Functions | External lubrication, dispersion and viscosity control | Compatibility, dispersion and combined lubrication |
| Typical Applications | PVC, masterbatch, hot melt adhesives and rubber | PVC compounds, coatings, emulsions and textile processing |
| Compatibility | Good with polyolefin systems | Better with more polar systems |
Shitong is a rubber and plastic additive manufacturer integrating production, research and development, sales and technical services.
We provide polyethylene homopolymer wax and other lubricant solutions for PVC, masterbatch, rubber and plastic processing applications. Our technical team can evaluate customers’ material systems and recommend suitable products according to processing conditions and performance targets.
Our supply advantages include:
Stable product specifications
Strict production quality control
Formulation and application support
Product selection recommendations
Support for bulk purchasing
Technical documentation support
Rubber and plastic additive solutions
Polyethylene homopolymer wax is a low-molecular-weight polyethylene material produced from ethylene. It has a wax-like structure and is used as a lubricant, dispersing agent, release agent and viscosity modifier in plastic, rubber and adhesive formulations.
Yes. PE Wax is the commonly used abbreviation for polyethylene wax. Polyethylene homopolymer wax is one of the main non-oxidized PE Wax types.
PE Wax is commonly used as an external lubricant in rigid PVC processing. It helps reduce adhesion between the PVC melt and metal processing surfaces, supports release and improves the surface appearance of profiles, pipes and sheets.
Yes. PE Wax is widely used as a pigment dispersing agent and processing lubricant in color masterbatch. It helps improve pigment wetting, color uniformity and melt processing.
Yes. It can improve calcium carbonate and filler dispersion, enhance material flow and support more stable masterbatch production.
Standard PE Wax has lower polarity and is mainly used for external lubrication, dispersion and viscosity control. Oxidized PE Wax contains polar groups and generally offers better compatibility and combined internal-external lubrication.
The dosage depends on the polymer, filler level, stabilizer system, equipment and processing temperature. Laboratory testing or production trials should be conducted before determining the final formulation.
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